Name: Mediterranean Chicken Skewers with Hummus Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 8 wooden or metal skewers; 1 cup prepared hummus; 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 small cucumber, diced; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; Pita bread, for serving

Description

Juicy, herb-marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection and served over a creamy, garlicky hummus spread. A fresh and vibrant Mediterranean dish that is perfect for a summer dinner or entertaining.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 wooden or metal skewers
1 cup prepared hummus
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 small cucumber, diced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Pita bread, for serving

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Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, dividing equally. Discard any excess marinade.
Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and has nice char marks. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the hummus spread: In a small bowl, mix together hummus, Greek yogurt, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice until smooth. Spread the mixture onto a large serving platter.
In another bowl, combine cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle with a little olive oil and a pinch of salt if desired.
Place the grilled chicken skewers on top of the hummus spread. Sprinkle with the fresh vegetable mixture. Serve warm with pita bread.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade or a drizzle of tahini over the final dish.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Method: Main
Cuisine: Mediterranean